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Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Hotel near Carriage and Western Art Museum in Santa Barbara

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Free daily continental breakfast
Front of property
Property amenity
Reception
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach stay.A stay at this Santa Barbara Beach hotel places you steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College. Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Hotel near Carriage and Western Art Museum in Santa Barbara
Lavender Inn by the Sea offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Lavender Inn by the Sea also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Lavender Inn by the Sea offers 23 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Lavender Inn Sea
Lavender Inn Sea Santa Barbara
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Lavender Inn By The Sea Hotel Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lavender Inn by the Sea to the airport?

Lavender Inn by the Sea is 10.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

As of Jan 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on Feb 23, 2026 start from $175.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lavender Inn by the Sea.

How close is Lavender Inn by the Sea to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach and 6-minute walk from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea offer free breakfast?

Lavender Inn by the Sea offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a pool?

Lavender Inn by the Sea features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lavender Inn by the Sea to downtown Santa Barbara?

Lavender Inn by the Sea is 1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 972 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1336 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is wonderful! Lovely breakfast and “happy hour” for guests. Can walk to the wharf and multiple restaurants. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nastassia

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room condition was worn with peeling paint and did not feel safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, comfortable room, nice shower, safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siyyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perf
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a wonderful place! Lee greet us with a smile, super friendly, very helpful with options in the area to go to just a sweetheart! We are getting a room early, which is great as well after traveling for a long day. Room was very nice and well equipped and pool is very nice! Wonderful day overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is basic but good parking was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladyslav

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

fariba

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable for price
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice charming motel

Nice charming motel. Comp bikes to ride along the beach. Very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this quaint place. Enjoyed the wine and goodies at dinner as well as free breakfast. Clean room. Comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the breakfast and the happy hour wine and cheese! Very cute idea! Will defiantly be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean rooms but ours was tired and more dated than a lot of the photos. Good breakfast, good happy hour service. Some of the outside furniture had chewing gum and some stains on but plenty of other seating. The access to facilities (second pool area over the road and access to free bike rental) was a really nice addition. Good area well located to West Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia, San Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, wish we could've stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location & nice amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall the property condition was very good, bed was comfortable, and staff very helpful and friendly. However, there was a bad odor in the bathroom that seemed to be coming from the plumbing ie: faucets in the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Excellent hospitality. Walkable to the beach and downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Easy check in and close to State st. Room was nice. Only issue was ants in the bathroom. Other than that, I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025